For those of you riding disc brake equipped wheels who still prefer the ease and ride of a high quality clincher tube, Vittoria has entered the TPU material tube market with the aptly named Ultra Light Speed Tube. Designed to offer the lowest rolling resistance possible, Ultra Light Speed are the fastest and lightest tubes ever developed by Vittoria. These tubes are 70% lighter and 14% faster than standard butyl tubes. They are made of thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), which offers lower rolling resistance and lightweight compared to standard butyl inner tubes. By using Ultra Light Speed tubes in both tires, you can save up to 160 g. That’s why Ultra Light Speed are the perfect choice for road cyclists that want the highest speed without giving up the practicality and ease of use of a tube tire set-up.

Given their lightness, these tubes require extra care during the mounting process. The plastic material they are made of is subject to heat shock. The reason they are compatible with disc brake wheels only is that the heat generated by brake pads at the rim level can deteriorate the inner tubes. The Ultra Light Speed tubes feature a red, Vittoria-branded, extendable valve with a removable core. The packaging also contains a repairing patch and a cleaning cloth. Made in Germany, the TPU material of Ultra Light Speed tubes is 100% recyclable, but the valve must be cut off from the tube before disposal.